** DRC: Political consultations under the eye of a deep societal issue **
On March 25, 2025, the honorary parliamentarian Lubaya Claudel André and Seth Kikuni Masudi, composers of the Consultation Framework for Political and Social Forces, once again expressed their opposition to the candidacy of a government of National Union in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). This episode illustrates the polarized struggle between political actors in the face of the urgency of an answer to the multifaceted crisis that the country is going through. But beyond the simple political quarrels, hides a deeply rooted societal dimension, influenced by a historical, cultural and economic heritage which deserves to be analyzed.
### Crisis of historical confidence
The DRC, a nation rich in its natural resources, is paradoxically one of the most vulnerable in terms of political stability and development. Since independence in 1960, the country has been trapped in an instability cycle of instability, dictatorships and conflicts. The disillusions accumulated towards the political class have made a climate of distrust that extends far beyond the leading circles. This rejection of a government of national unity is part of a broader process where the population aspires to a real representation, a reflection of its daily concerns.
### Qualitative analysis of political tensions
The declaration of the consultation framework takes root in the refusal to accept a solution which, in their eyes, can only be an operation of symbolic makeup. Indeed, the opposition is fueled by a feeling shared by a good number of Congolese: the ineffectiveness of reshuffles as a response to socio-economic disasters. The figures show this: according to the statistics of the World Bank, the poverty rate in the DRC exceeds 70%, while basic services, such as education and health, are often deficient.
On the other hand, the alternative proposal carried by the Catholic Church and the National Episcopal Conference of Congo (CENCO) represents an inclusive dialogue tending to bring together the various segments of civil society. This attempt could become the first step towards an in -depth transformation of the political framework, although it requires a sincere will on the part of established actors.
### The challenge of inclusive governance
By examining the socio-political situation of the DRC, it is fundamental to ask the following question: how to build a truly inclusive governance which answers the aspirations of the people? The rejection of a classic approach such as the creation of a government of national union underlines the need to move from a top-down logic to a Bottom-up logic. Civil society actors, young people, women and marginalized communities must be heard and integrated into political decision -making.
### A vision for the future
Criticism of the current political hoop by figures like Lubaya and Kikuni suggests an alternative path which could focus on sustainable development, national reconciliation and social justice. The emergence of a new political model will not only depend on structural modifications, but above all on a change in mentalities which invites unity above divisions and partisan interests.
The ECC-CENCO’s approach is based on the idea that the current crisis could be overcome by a sincere dialogue, that is to say a dialogue which does not only seek to cling the breaches but which attacks the roots of the problems. In this period of growing tensions, it could be appropriate to call on the collective intelligence of the Congolese diaspora, which could play a key role in innovative solutions facilitating consensus.
### Conclusion: an opportunity to seize
The DRC is at a decisive crossroads, in a context where the rejection of the government of national unity resonates as an appeal to political honesty and collective responsibility. The position adopted by political figures like Lubaya and Kikuni could serve as a catalyst for a broader mobilization in favor of real social justice, while offering the space necessary for the reinvention of a political project, in line with contemporary challenges.
These discussions could open the way to an authentic collaborative approach, rooted with mutual respect, essential to cross the turbulence of this time. In conclusion, the DRC deserves better than a simple reshuffle; It aspires to a radical renewal which, far from being a simple yet last mail, would be a real promise of the future.